Brian is playing outdoor soccer for a men's semi-pro team called the Kickers. He splits his time playing keeper with a friend James, who also plays on a couple other soccer teams with us.
Monday, April 4, 2011
Winter Hiking with Jen
It's hard to believe it was so warm in January. But, I'm not complaining, cause last year Brian and I were drowning under 4 feet of snow in Leadville! Jen and I enjoyed hiking in the White Ranch Park just north of Golden.
Steamboat Springs Family Visit
December 11, Brian and I drove up to Steamboat Springs to visit his sister Alicia and her family. That first night we joined Alicia and Ted for their work Christmas Party hosted at one of the restaurants slopeside. We had the pleasure of enjoying Steamboat's nightscape via a gondola ride to and from the party. It was a great time, and enjoyed meeting some of their work colleagues! The following morning, we all set out with a very excited Maggie and Quinn to hunt down the family's Christmas Tree.
The kids also got to have their own "room tree", but the deal was they had to carry it back to the truck, thus keeping the size manageable. Smart parents!
Uncle Brian, Quinn, Alicia, and Ted sawing down the family tree! Meanwhile Mags was enjoying watching from her little perch in the snow.
Thanksgiving with a side of Turkey Trotting
Thanksgiving 2010, Mom, Dad, and Jamie joined us for Thanksgiving Dinner at our place in Golden. That morning we all, plus Jen and Jacob, participated in Broomfield's Turkey Trot. Brian and I ran the 10k, and everyone else walked the 5K. Thankfully it was a sunny day, brisk, but perfect running weather. I'm so proud of everyone for participating!!
Brian and I made a squash apple soup for the main dish, along with turkey, broccoli, and fresh baked bread. Thanksgiving dinner wouldn't be complete without pumpkin pie, so fret not Brian made some of those too!! We had a wonderful time, and even enjoyed watching a little football.
7th Wedding Anniversary Weekend 10.25.2010
Celebrating an October anniversary in the mountains is so awesome! We found a great price on a cabin right on the creek just outside of Estes Park, CO. Some of the amenities included a private hot tub, indoor jacuzzi tub, fireplace, kitchen, and cable tv. It was SOOOOO nice!! The drive between Golden and Estes during this time of year was stunning!
Looking toward Rocky Mountain National Park, just west of Estes Park. Everyone needs to visit this park at least once in their adult life. Absolutely incredible!
The jacuzzi tub and fireplace, odd proximity, but very relaxing!
This celebrates 7 years of marriage, and 13 years as a couple!!
Our first morning we woke up to a bizarre scratching and clucking noise, and then Brian realized it was a group of turkeys. So, we hopped out of bed an quietly crept into the hot tub and watched about 20 something turkeys scavenging for their breakfast. So cool! Check out the video below, sorry about the shakiness.
Two more turkeys appeared right near us. Brian considered jumping out and tackling them since he didn't have much luck in the last Turkey hunting season :0
We brought our mountain bikes with us so we could ride in and check out downtown Estes.
Good times were had!
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